Dubai Stars - Rise To The Top

We dive deep into her journey from HR to becoming a top broker, her casting experience for Million Dollar Listing, and how she navigated a male-dominated industry filled with "sharks."🎙️ In this episode:The Zero to Hero Journey: Sarah moved to Dubai in 2013 with no sales experience and crossed 100 million in sales within just two years.The Dark Side of the Industry: Sarah opens up about the harassment women face, noting that real estate is full of "sharks" and terrible people who try to harass you physically, emotionally, and mentally.Dealing with Failure: She shares the story of losing a 325 million deal without shedding a tear, believing that you have to be emotionless and "a robot" in this field.Million Dollar Listing Secrets: Sarah discusses her intense audition process for the show, where she initially thought she "fucked up" the interview before getting the call.Golden Advice for Agents: Her top principle for success is simple: Treat your clients like you treat your parents, with full honesty and respect.Work-Life Balance: How she balances a high-stakes career with a husband who is also in real estate, often taking vacations immediately after closing big deals. Watch to find out why Sarah says real estate is NOT for everyone and why success requires more than just a license.#DubaiRealEstate #SarahSerhan #MillionDollarListing #LuxuryRealEstate #DubaiStars #WomenInBusiness #SalesMotivationFollow me on social media for more insights and daily updates:Instagram:   / take_charge_aj  Facebook:   / anthony.a.jaoude.9  Linkedin:   / anthony-josephaj  Tik-Tok:   / take_charge_aj  📧 Contact us: Have questions or topics you'd like us to cover? Email us  A DM🔥👇 Blow Up Your Real Estate Sales Up To 4x In The Next Month With Our Advanced Live TrainingWhat to take a look at it? Check it out below👇https://www.takechargedubai.com/live-... - New Take Charge Academy

In this discussion, Nick Walsh, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Migrate, shares his transformative journey from CEO at WPP to launching his own agency in Dubai. He contrasts the fast-paced, multicultural work culture of Dubai with London's, emphasizing the creative advantages of diverse talent. Nick dives into the future of marketing, highlighting how agile independent agencies will outpace giant networks, and the growing role of AI. He also reflects on the importance of resilience, the challenges of leadership during crises, and the potential of MENA's advertising landscape.

Welcome back to Dubai Stars.In this episode, Anthony sits down with Noor Nabulsi, the Head of PR & Strategic Partnerships at Bayut & Dubizzle Group — one of the most powerful and trusted platforms in the UAE.From her early marketing days in Jordan to leading PR for one of the biggest PropTech companies in the Middle East, Noor opens up about her journey, struggles, lessons, and what it truly takes to build trust, credibility, and leadership in today’s fast-changing Dubai real estate world.You’ll hear her talk about: 🌟 Her first campaign “Breaking Barriers” that changed perceptions about Jordan 🌟 Moving from Jordan to Dubai and adapting to a multicultural landscape 🌟 Story behind Bayut & dubizzle’s iconic merger and how both brands kept their identities 🌟 How her team fought fake listings through TrueCheck and TrueBroker 🌟 How AI tools like TrueEstimate are reshaping transparency and property valuation 🌟 Balancing PR, leadership, and motherhood as a woman in the corporate world 🌟 The power of collective collaboration and the legacy she wants to leave behindIf you love real conversations around marketing, communication, real estate, AI, and leadership — this episode is a must-watch.💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS🌟Success doesn’t come overnight — it’s built on consistency and purpose.🌟PR isn’t about buzz; it’s about strategy, storytelling and truth.🌟Verified data and transparency are redefining Dubai’s real estate credibility.🌟AI tools like TrueEstimate are creating a smarter property market.🌟Balancing family and leadership is possible — with the right support and mindset.Share this episode with a friend who’s in real estate, marketing, or PR — it might just spark their next big move.👤 GUESTNoor Nabulsi Head of PR & Strategic Partnerships — Bayut & dubizzle (Dubizzle Group) A decade of experience in marketing, storytelling, and partnerships across MENA’s top digital brands.Connect with Noor: 🔗 LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/noor-nabu...🎧 HOSTED BYAnthony Joseph Creator & Host — Dubai Stars Podcast Exploring the real stories behind the region’s most influential founders, creators, and leaders.

What does it take to build a global tech company from Dubai?Jad Antoun, the Founder and CEO of Huspy, joins Dubai Stars to share his incredible entrepreneurial journey.Jad reveals the "global scale" mindset he learned in Silicon Valley during the rise of Uber and Airbnb, and how it inspired him to build something massive. He gets candid about his biggest fear: running out of cash, and shares a shocking story from Huspy's early days of growing 60% month-over-month while forgetting to send invoices.In this episode, Jad breaks down Huspy's "incredibly simple" B2B model that is disrupting the traditional real estate industry. He explains how Huspy empowers agents with superior technology and infrastructure, allowing them to do zero admin work and focus on clients.Is Dubai's real estate market all hype? Will AI replace 80% of real estate agents? Jad answers the tough questions and shares Huspy's "world domination" vision as they expand from 10 to over 30 cities, with Dubai as their global headquarters.#dubaistars #jadantoun #huspy #dubairealestate  #proptech  #entrepreneurship  #podcast  #founderstory  #startup  #venturecapital  #ai  #leadership  #mortgage  #dubaibusiness  #anthonyjoseph #realestateinvesting #dubai

Ticketing in Dubai has changed faster than anyone imagined. In this episode of Take Charge AJ with Anthony Joseph, we sit down with Cosmin Ivan, the CEO of Platinumlist, the Middle East’s biggest event and ticketing platform that has powered over 100,000 events across the region.Cosmin shares how Platinumlist started as a small guest-list idea for exclusive Dubai parties and grew into the #1 event ecosystem — trusted by global artists, organizers, and fans.We dive deep into the business mindset, the toughest moments that almost shut Platinumlist down, and the emotional turning point when one client’s 15,000 AED purchase saved the company from closing its doors.He also reveals how AI is changing ticketing forever — from personal event recommendations to a seamless digital experience that’s more about emotions than transactions.👉 Watch till the end to hear Cosmin’s unforgettable Ed Sheeran story — the night 30,000 fans reminded him what Platinumlist truly sells: feelings, not tickets.#dubaibusiness  #TakeChargeAJ #AnthonyJoseph #ticketing #entrepreneurship #dubaientrepreneurs #ticketsystemFollow me on social media for more insights and daily updates:Instagram:   / take_charge_aj  Facebook:   / anthony.a.jaoude.9  Linkedin:   / anthony-josephaj  Tik-Tok:   / take_charge_aj  📧 Contact us: Have questions or topics you'd like us to cover? Email us  A DM🔥👇 Blow Up Your Real Estate Sales Up To 4x In The Next Month With Our Advanced Live TrainingWhat to take a look at it? Check it out below👇https://www.takechargedubai.com/live-... - New Take Char

Real estate in Dubai is changing faster than anyone imagined. 🚀In this episode of Take Charge AJ with Anthony Joseph, we sit down with Alex Gold , a Dubai entrepreneur who started in real estate at 12 years old and is now building the future of real estate with AI.We dive deep into the Dubai real estate business, why so many real estate brokers in Dubai struggle to close deals, and how estate agents in Dubai UAE can finally use AI in real estate to save time and find better opportunities.Alex reveals why real estate companies in Dubai are turning to technology like Titelman AI , a tool that’s shaking up the entire real estate agency in Dubai model. If you’re an estate agent in Dubai, a property agent in Dubai, or just curious about Dubai real estate investment, this episode gives you a rare look behind the scenes.We also talk about how real estate and AI together will reshape how real estate brokers in Dubai work, why every real estate company in Dubai UAE should care, and what it means for anyone thinking about real estate investing in Dubai.Whether you’re researching the top real estate companies in Dubai, looking to grow your real estate agency, or just fascinated by the rise of AI real estate tools, this conversation is packed with insights.👉 Watch till the end to see why this is more than just another real estate in Dubai story , it’s the future of AI and real estate worldwide.🔥 Episode HighlightsHow Alex Gold sold 10% of his company for $150k… and bought it back for $500k in 3 months.Why many Russian investors weren’t happy with Dubai real estate investment.The biggest struggles of real estate brokers in Dubai (and how AI solves them).The birth of Titelman AI and why it’s not open to the public (yet).How AI real estate tools can cut research time from hours to minutes.What the future looks like for real estate companies in Dubai and global real estate and AI.#DubaiBusiness #DubaiEntrepreneurs #DubaiRealEstate #RealEstateInDubai #DubaiRealEstateInvestment #RealEstateDubai #RealEstateAndAI #AIRealEstate #DubaiAgents #DubaiBrokers #TakeChargeAJDubai property investment PodcastDubai property investmentProperties in DubaiDubai real estate investmentAI entrepreneur in DubaiAI start up in DubaiAI startProperty AIDubai property AI

Imagine leaving behind a 23-year radio career to start over in a new country.In this episode of Dubai Stars, we sit down with Lauren, a former UK radio presenter who built a unique business in Dubai for kids aged 9–14.From falling out of love with radio, to discovering a gap no one was addressing, Lauren shares:Why she took the leap from broadcasting to entrepreneurshipThe untold challenges pre-teens face in today’s tech-driven worldHow Gen-X is giving kids independence, fun, and confidence—without parents or phonesThe emotional highs and lows of starting a business in DubaiThis conversation is about much more than business—it’s about reinvention, impact, and building community in one of the world’s most dynamic citiesFollow me on social media for more insights and daily updates:Instagram:   / take_charge_aj  Facebook:   / anthony.a.jaoude.9  Linkedin:   / anthony-josephaj  Tik-Tok:   / take_charge_aj  📧 Contact us: Have questions or topics you'd like us to cover? Email us  A DM🔥👇 Blow Up Your Real Estate Sales Up To 4x In The Next Month With Our Advanced Live TrainingWhat to take a look at it? Check it out below👇https://www.takechargedubai.com/live-... - New Take Charge Academy

In this episode of the AJ Podcast, Anthony AJ sits down with Sacha Christe, founder of Emirates Graphic, to dive into the realities of building apps, scaling businesses, and staying ahead with AI in Dubai and beyond.🚀 Sacha shares how he moved from Switzerland to Dubai over 12 years ago and turned a small startup into a company that has built 140+ mobile apps and worked with more than 400 clients, from ambitious entrepreneurs to multinationals like FedEx Saudi.We cover:Why Sacha left Switzerland for Dubai’s open-minded business cultureThe real costs of building an app (MVPs from AED 40–60K, full projects 180K+)How AI is changing the app development gameAugmented reality & virtual reality case studies that boosted client salesThe Saudi vs Dubai market for tech and startupsTips for entrepreneurs deciding between a website, an app, or bothWhether you’re in real estate, e-commerce, or tech, this episode breaks down what it really takes to bring your digital vision to life.👉 Stay tuned to the end for insights on AR, VR, and how governments like Saudi are backing their youth to innovate.🔗 Guest Infosacha@emiratesgraphic.com www.emiratesgraphic.comIG : SachaChriste Dubai entrepreneurs, Sacha Christe, Emirates Graphic, Anthony AJ, AJ Podcast, app development Dubai, AI in business, real estate apps Dubai, MVP cost Dubai, startup advice UAE, augmented reality Dubai, VR business Dubai, Saudi entrepreneurship, Dubai tech founders

In this episode, Anthony sits down with Raj, better known as Dubai’s Gold Man, for an unfiltered conversation about ambition, risk, and building a life on your own terms.Raj’s journey starts in India, where he left the comfort of a multimillionaire family at just 17 to find independence in Australia. From delivering pizzas to becoming the youngest Pizza Hut franchise owner in the country, his early hustle set the tone for everything that followed.When rising taxes and safety concerns pushed him to look for new horizons, Raj chose Dubai — a city where speed, opportunity, and vision meet. Today, he’s running two thriving brands:Lorenzetti – the world’s first luxury fashion line with real gold embedded in the clothing.Temt – a premium wellness brand producing high-quality hygiene products for men and women.We dive into:Why leaving comfort can be the best decision of your life.The mindset difference between becoming a millionaire and a billionaire.How to spot real opportunities in competitive markets.The truth about life, safety, and business in Dubai.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a dreamer, or someone looking for that push to make a move, this story will make you rethink what’s possible.📍 Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 01:22 – Growing up in India & moving to Australia 06:40 – Becoming Australia’s youngest Pizza Hut franchisee 11:15 – Why Dubai? 16:00 – Building Lorenzetti and Temt 25:10 – Life and safety in Dubai 34:45 – The mindset for long-term success 45:00 – Anthony’s journey in Dubai 56:00 – Final thoughts🔥 Follow Raj: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldman_rk/🔥 Follow Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/take_charge_aj/🎙 Subscribe for more real conversations about business, ambition, and building your dream life: [Insert Channel Link]#Dubai #Entrepreneurship #SuccessStories #GoldMan #AnthonyInDubai #BusinessInDubai.

In this powerful episode of The AJ Podcast, host Anthony AJ sits down with Vikas, the visionary founder behind Sidra Healthcare, to explore the rise of home-based medical services in the UAE.From humble beginnings in India to building one of Dubai's most disruptive healthcare brands, Vikas shares the real story behind Sidra — a company redefining how patients access care. Discover how IV therapy, doctor visits, physiotherapy, and lab tests are now delivered directly to your home, faster and more personalized than ever before.💡 Topics covered include:Why Vikas left the corporate world to build something lastingHow Sidra Healthcare provides affordable, accessible medical services at homeThe tech-enabled future of healthcare in Dubai and beyondReal stories from the pandemic frontlineAdvice for young entrepreneurs breaking into healthcareWhy passion and purpose matter more than just fundingWith Dubai poised to become a billion-dollar hub for home healthcare, this episode is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in the future of well-being.📍 Whether you're a patient, professional, or dreamer — this conversation will leave you inspired.👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share for more behind-the-scenes stories from Dubai's boldest visionaries.